Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Premium Sausage & Meat Products Since 1951
Founded in 1951 by master sausage maker Eugene Winter, our company has upheld a legacy of crafting high-quality meat products using time-tested recipes. For over seven decades, we have remained committed to preserving the family tradition of excellence that customers expect. Our leadership transitioned in 2025 to President Ron Eckert, who continues the dedication to quality established by our beloved former President Rose Mary, who served for 60 years. We specialize in producing sausages, hams, and specialty meats, blending old-world techniques with modern standards. Our products, including award-winning kielbasa and fire-glazed hams, reflect our unwavering commitment to craftsmanship.As a family-owned business, we prioritize values like integrity, tradition, and customer satisfaction in every aspect of our operations. Our team takes pride in delivering products that bring families together over memorable meals. With headquarters in Eastpointe, Michigan, we serve customers seeking authentic, flavorful meat products crafted with expertise passed down through generations. Our partnership with the Detroit Tigers as their official sausage underscores our reputation for excellence. Looking ahead, we remain focused on innovation while honoring the heritage that has defined us since 1951.
Services
Sausage Manufacturing
Ham Production
Bologna Processing
Private Label Meat Products
Kielbasa Production
Hot Dog Manufacturing
Smoked Meats
Lunchmeat Loaves
Fundraising Sales
Custom Meat Solutions
Details
- Year established: 1951
Highlights and features
- We have over 70 years of experience in artisanal meat production
- Our recipes originate from German master sausage-making traditions
- President Ron Eckert maintains quality standards established over decades
- We produce products in accordance with time-tested food safety practices
- Family ownership ensures personal commitment to every product batch
Services
Sausage Manufacturing
Crafting premium sausages using traditional German techniques since 1951. Our product line includes kielbasa, knackwurst, and bratwurst made with natural casings. Each batch follows time-tested recipes for authentic flavor and quality.
Private Label Meat Products
Providing co-manufacturing solutions for businesses seeking branded meat products. We offer full customization of specifications, packaging, and labeling. Our facility meets all regulatory standards for food safety and production.
Ham Production
Producing spiral-cut and half hams with fire-glazed options. Our curing process combines traditional methods with modern preservation techniques. Products maintain consistent moisture and flavor profiles for retail distribution.
Fundraising Sales
Offering specialty meat products for organizational fundraising programs. Our sales team provides point-of-sale materials and logistics support. Products include seasonal items for holiday fundraising campaigns.
Bologna Processing
Manufacturing artificial casing bologna in multiple formulations. Our production capacity supports both retail and foodservice volume requirements. Products meet USDA standards for processed meat products.
People
Ron Eckert
President
Ron Eckert leads Winter Sausage with over 20 years of experience in meat processing operations. He previously served as Vice President overseeing production and quality control before becoming President in 2025.
Kevin McCauslin
Sales Manager
Kevin McCauslin manages sales operations with expertise in private-label meat product development. He has built relationships with national distributors and maintains a focus on customer-specific solutions.
Questions
What types of meat products do you manufacture?
We produce sausages, hams, bologna, hot dogs, lunchmeats, and specialty items like kielbasa and knackwurst in various formulations.
Can I order private-label meat products?
Yes, we offer private-label manufacturing with customizable specifications for retailers and foodservice providers nationwide.
How long has Winter Sausage been in business?
We've been crafting quality meat products since 1951 when Eugene Winter established the company in Eastpointe, Michigan.
Are products available for fundraising?
Yes, we support organizational fundraising with specialty meat products and sales materials through our dedicated sales team.
